NANS Stakeholders Forum in Ebonyi State has landed the state Governor, Francis Nwifuru, for his visionary and student-friendly investment in Education through the award of foreign and domestic scholarships to Ebonyi students.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by Comr Bldr Okoro Joshua Offor (Majesty) MNIOB FNATE FNIBIBM,
Chairman NANS Stakeholders Forum in Ebonyi State, expressed joy over the laudable Initiative, which underscores Governor Nwifuru's unwavering commitment to human capital development in the state.
His statement reads in part;
"The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Stakeholders Forum, Ebonyi State, wishes to formally express its profound appreciation to His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, FNIOB, FCAI, GGCEHF, the Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, for his visionary and student-friendly investment in education through the award of foreign and domestic scholarships to ninety-seven (97) Ebonyi students.
"We commend His Excellency for this laudable initiative, which underscores his administration’s unwavering commitment to human capital development and the future of Ebonyi youths. We note with pride that forty-seven (47) beneficiaries have already arrived in the United Kingdom to commence their studies, while others are set to undertake their MSc programmes within Nigeria.
"This second batch of the scholarship scheme, officially flagged off on 2nd February, 2026, is yet another testament to purposeful governance and strategic investment in education.
"The NANS Stakeholders Forum urges all beneficiaries of this scholarship to remain focused, disciplined, and dedicated to their academic pursuits. They are encouraged to justify the confidence reposed in them by delivering outstanding academic performance that will make the Ebonyi State Government and the entire people of Ebonyi State proud.
"Furthermore, we call on students who are yet to benefit from this scholarship programme to demonstrate seriousness and commitment to their studies, with the assurance that excellence and good academic records will continue to be the key criteria for future consideration.
"We also specially appreciate His Excellency for extending this noble gesture further by approving scholarship opportunities up to PhD level for Ebonyi students who are completing their MSc programmes in the United Kingdom and other countries. This bold step clearly reflects a long-term vision for producing globally competitive scholars and professionals from Ebonyi State.
"The NANS Stakeholders Forum, Ebonyi State, on behalf of Nigerian students in the state, hereby reiterates its continued support and cooperation with the administration of His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, as he continues to deliver people-oriented and student-centered policies.
"Once again, we salute His Excellency for prioritizing education and investing in the future of Ebonyi students", Offor concluded.
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